Chapter 123 : Fragile Branch Holding a Heavy Fruit

Fang Zhou heard the entire conversation between Qiao Sisi and the little girl.

He stood at the corner for a long time, eventually stepping away to give them some privacy.

At that moment, Fang Zhou’s heart was filled with mixed emotions.

Before, when he was with Qiao Sisi, they didn’t really understand each other deeply.

They only knew each other’s temperaments and personalities well, but nothing about their family backgrounds or growing up environments.

He always thought Qiao Sisi was pampered at home because she was so delicate and loved to act out, but it turned out that wasn’t the case.

Fang Zhou only knew that Qiao Sisi’s family was wealthy, but she never relied on her family’s money to find resources for herself.

Her current achievements were all the result of her own hard work.

If it weren’t for today’s unexpected event, allowing him to overhear Qiao Sisi’s conversation with the little girl, he probably wouldn’t have had the chance to understand the story behind Qiao Sisi in the future.

It turned out she had also suffered from such violence as a child.

No wonder Qiao Sisi became so possessive.

The influence of one’s original family is immense.

Especially an unfortunate childhood, which may take a lifetime to heal.

To be honest, when Qiao Sisi smashed the bottle earlier, even Fang Zhou was frightened.

For a moment, he really thought Qiao Sisi was going to go on a rampage.

Fortunately, she stopped in time, only breaking a bottle.

Perhaps frightened by Qiao Sisi’s actions, Fangfang’s father didn’t provoke anyone further or make any threats in front of everyone.

Initially, he was adamant about not reconciling, but he seemed to receive several phone calls. Fang Zhou vaguely heard voices scolding him on the other end.

“Sanzi, don’t disgrace our village. This is a live broadcast! You hit your daughter in front of the whole country; everyone saw it!”

“You dare hit people when drunk. No wonder your wife ran away. If it were me, I’d run too. Cousin, behave and stop hitting your daughter!”

“Apologize quickly. Our clan can’t afford this shame!”

The program director, on the other side of the screen, directly felt the power of the live broadcast.

Initially worried that this segment would be criticized by netizens, the result was unexpected.

Local viewers recognized Fangfang and her father.

Some relatives proactively called, urging him to reconcile.

Indeed, the public’s eyes are sharp.

With the compensation and apologies from Fang Zhou and the program team being appropriate, the man finally sent everyone off amicably.

He promised not to hit his daughter again. Though everyone knew it was untrustworthy, it was all they could do for now.

The group set off again, heading to another little girl’s home.

Her house was in the neighboring village, just across a river.

Fangfang led the three teachers and the photographer to the riverbank.

“Teachers, this is it.”

The old wooden bridge had collapsed in a spring storm. The new bridge construction hadn’t started yet, so the teachers might have to wade through the water.

The small river wasn’t wide, and the current wasn’t strong.

Fang Zhou used a stick to measure; the depth reached about mid-calf.

He looked back at Han Xi and Qiao Sisi. One wore loafers with heels, the other sports shoes.

Mountain water is quite cold, even in summer.

If someone’s constitution was weaker or during their menstrual period, they might hesitate.

So Fang Zhou asked, “Can you both go into the water?”

Qiao Sisi shook her arms, shaking her head, “I can’t go into the water. What should we do?”

Fangfang blinked, telling them, “To get to the neighboring village, besides this river, there’s another road far away. Walking there might take half an hour.”

Han Xi calmly analyzed, “It’s already almost three or four o’clock. If we detour, we might not return by night.”

Qiao Sisi smiled lightly, saying to Fang Zhou, “Why don’t you carry me over?”

Upon hearing this, Han Xi also smiled playfully at Fang Zhou, “I don’t want to get into the water either.”

“Then please, carry us.”

The cameraman, diligently live streaming, followed behind the trio.

The live stream, initially with low traffic, exploded after the earlier conflict.

Countless fans and viewers gathered to watch the excitement.

Seeing Fang Zhou about to carry two female guests across the river, the live chat went wild.

“What a great opportunity! Rare chance for close contact with female guests.”

“If Fang Zhou handles this well, he might gain some favor.”

“Carry, carry! If it were me, I’d carry both!”

“Just thinking about it is awesome, right? A female star and a female CEO. Not just across the river, but I’d carry them home!”

Fang Zhou had no room to refuse. He rolled up his pants, ready to sacrifice his shoes.

Who knew what was at the riverbed? He dared not go barefoot.

“Get on.”

Fang Zhou squatted, letting Qiao Sisi get on his back. He gently held her calves and started walking into the river.

The mountain river was chillingly cold, making him shiver as soon as he stepped in.

Step by step, Fang Zhou walked towards the center of the river, feeling the water gradually rise past his calves.

“Am I heavy?”

Qiao Sisi asked softly, her arms around his neck, their skin touching, bringing warmth.

The female star was light, with body management requirements, feeling like a cotton ball on his back.

Fang Zhou shook his head, honestly saying, “Not heavy. You’re too thin. Eat more.”

Qiao Sisi hummed coquettishly, pressing her upper body against his back, showing her strength.

“I’m not thin.”

The soft touch from her chest felt like a flame, burning Fang Zhou’s heart.

This… at least a C-cup, right?

He forgot Qiao Sisi’s nickname in the industry, “Fragile Branch Holding a Heavy Fruit.”

“Say I’m not thin!”

Qiao Sisi squirmed, making Fang Zhou lose focus while crossing the river.

“Don’t move, or you’ll fall.”

“Hmph, I won’t!”

Qiao Sisi continued to move, and those on the shore thought they were flirting.

Even the live chat audience got jealous.

“Listen to their conversation. Isn’t this flirting? I’ve never seen Sisi act so coy with any man.”

“Ugh, I’m full of dog food today.”

“I think Fang Zhou is too thin to carry Sisi. Let me do it!”

“I can hear your calculations from Jiangnan!”

“Showing off love leads to quick deaths. They shouldn’t show off because I never have!”

As this comment appeared, Fang Zhou indeed encountered an accident.

Distracted, he stepped on a loose stone, slipped, and both he and Qiao Sisi fell into the water.

The live chat instantly filled with merciless laughter.

“Hahahahaha!”

“I’m dying of laughter, the commenter above is a prophet!”